Can anyone tell me what they think of this pattern? These are used gears. this is the best that I've been able to get. not sure which way to move it from here or if i should move it. if i move any way even the slightest bit it seems to go way off. back lash is set to .007 right now i don't know what it originally was on these gears. pinion shim is set to .036.
Thank You
Any help would be appreciated.

 

For used gears, the drive/coast patterns look really good. I doubt you're going to hear any noise out of them.

 

I agree. Your pattern looks good. In 1970 they were calling for .005" to .009" of backlash (at the tightest place) for new gears with no more than .002" variation around the ring. For used gears, I'd say you are about as tight as you can go. Clean it up; button it up; put some good lube and have some driving fun. It should serve you well.

 

Run it!

 

Ya good patterns! Hammer down!

 

Youve nailed it!

 

What ratio and what brand?

 

Thank you everybody i appreciate it.

3.42 ratio. original GM gears.